Property

French flat prices in 2024: Did they rise or fall near you?

Areas including Corsica and Poitiers saw prices rise, but significant falls of nearly -8% elsewhere were recorded

How much do flats and houses rent for in your area of France? See official data

An interactive map allows you to check at commune level

How can renovations on French second home reduce capital gains tax?

Reductions related to length of ownership start after five years

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Must chimney in French home be swept annually even if it is not used?

Some areas require chimneys to be swept multiple times per year

Can French forced heirship rules be bypassed?

Antonia Ridley-Hughes of Ashtons Legal, answers a reader query

Will my daughter have to pay tax on inherited property in France?

The value of a property can often be above tax-free sums on inheritance

When will ‘notaire fees’ for property purchases increase in France?

All departments are likely to vote in favour of raising fees

Photos: The best places to buy a second home in Provence named in new ranking

The list considered 28 criteria to rank 90 villages in the sought-after region

Five ways the latest 2025 budget will impact property owners in France

Changes include increasing notaire fees, tax exemption from property gifts and the extension of the Loc'Avantages rental scheme

Buying a property in France may cost more from April as ‘notaire fees’ allowed to rise

Departments can opt to increase fees by 0.5% under 2025 budget

Is property declaration form required for French second homes this year?

The Biens immobiliers form was introduced in 2023

Is there an official complaints process against notaires in France?

Notaires are legally responsible for their own practices

Is French property slump ending? : Key points in latest notaire review

The post-Covid slowdown is close to its end, but warning factors remain

French house prices 2024: how did your area fare in new notaire data?

Cities including Reims and Dijon recorded sales price falls of over -10% - however the slump is said to be over

Latest property energy efficiency rules as parliament rejects bill

Landlords now have to follow the climate law rules without exception

French landlord faces questions over near 300% increase in heating costs

Tenants face eviction after increase in bills leaves them facing heavy debts

France's heat pump market drops as second home owners opt for alternatives

Despite government support, declining sales and high costs hinder heat pump adoption, especially in second homes

Little-known Linky meter trick can help people in France save on energy bills

Information transmitters plugged into meter give real-time information about electricity consumption

Over-60s can now unlock capital from their home in France

Mortgage solutions to tap into a niche market remain available after the closure one scheme

MAP: French property price variations in 2024 by region

Only one region saw house prices increase last year

French towns selling off land cheaply benefit from population growth

Land sold for as little as €1/m² helps rejuvenate rural areas and increase commercial activity

What is cost of septic tank diagnostic when selling a French second home?

Tests are mandatory before selling your property

Is there a register of certified local chimney sweeps in France to use?

Only professional sweeps can provide certificate that chimney has been swept

French authorities use AI to help recoup €200 million in unpaid tax from one department alone

Undeclared swimming pools and property extensions can be captured by AI imagery

French property bounce back: where is leading the way?

Improved purchasing power and higher prices in urban areas are driving the trend, estate agents report

Many older French properties hit by energy audit

Low-energy efficiency ratings are increasingly unattractive to buyers

Is taxe d’habitation required for flats let in French farmhouse?

Taxes due depend on the status of the property

PHOTOS: the French house that looks like a yacht and is on sale for €2.2m

Couple with a love for sailing want to sell their dream riverside home

France property focus: Puy-de-Dôme

We look at properties ranging from €26,000 to more than €1,000,000 in the volcanic department

Landlords in France can now increase rent for some tenants: when and by how much?

The government has previously implemented a rental ‘shield’ to restrict increases

Confirmed: Electricity bills to drop by 15% from February for most French households

Savings of up to €650 a year are expected for a family of four

Is it possible to apply for compensation after power cut at French home?

Compensation is sometimes given automatically

What is the role of an estate agent when buying a property in France?

Some properties are advertised with multiple agencies

Can a mobile home remain parked in French home garden?

Sarah Bright-Thomas of Bright Avocats answers a reader query

Is it possible to transfer property share of French home?

Transfer may be subject to gift tax

Many French property energy efficiency ratings now out of date: How to check yours

The change will affect you if you plan to sell or rent a property

Could France follow Spain’s plan for 100% tax on non-EU buyers of second homes?

Spanish prime minister says country must act to combat rising housing shortage

How should garden waste be disposed of in France if bonfires are not allowed?

Some areas have also banned disposing of green waste at waste centres

Properties you can buy for under €50,000, €150,000 and €1 million in Pas-de-Calais

One of France's most densely populated departments is reinventing itself to appeal to tourists

MAP: How much can you negotiate off a property purchase in France in 2025?

Chances of a successful offer vary considerably depending on the region

Lyon building will be the first in France to achieve sustainable temperature control

Innovative design promises optimal temperatures year-round without traditional heating or cooling systems

Chimney sweeping rules in France: Can you do this yourself - and how often is required by law?

Insurance companies have their own requirements

Buyer who changed mind on French property purchase handed €37,000 bill

The final sum owed was decided in court

French court orders withdrawal of Linky smart meter in home after health complaints

Homeowners who do not install a meter now face annual surcharge on electricity bill

New formality for homeowners selling a property in France

The new regulations also apply to those who let a property

Is it possible to leave French second home to nephews and not spouse?

John Kitching, a director of French Law Consultancy Limited, answers a reader query

Five things they don't tell you about wood fires in France

There are various types of logs you can purchase, but you must be careful about sourcing your own from woodlands

Photos: €26m French chateau and stud farm bought by Manchester City's owner

Prestigious farm includes a 16-room chateau and over 300 hectares of land

Buying property in France: Two key steps

Property lawyer Ronald Sokol explains the practical steps, taxes and rules of purchasing a home

Commune to use drones to enforce planning rules in south of France

The drones will be able to assess expansions to private properties as well as larger constructions by companies

15 changes in France from January 1, 2025

Pensions, gardens, boilers, registering cars and postal costs are just some of the areas which change

The trees in your French garden have a worth - here is how to value them online

Owners of properties can see values rise thanks to trees, similarly to garages or barns

Revaluation of property data used to set local taxes delayed in France but concerns continue

A reform of the valeurs locatives cadastrales, a theoretical annual rental value assigned to every property, has been planned for several years

Fraud probe: Court upholds €461m seizure from Briton after Paris property deal

The sum relates to suspected tax evasion over a number of years by the businessman thought to live between California and Crans Montana in Switzerland

Photos: Unusual tower for sale in France (could it make a quirky home?)

The seller claims the four-bedroom property could be converted into a comfortable home

Are French tax charges on foreign property rental income correct?

France should award tax credits in some situations

Must I continue paying French property tax for second home sold in January?

Property taxes can be split into ten monthly payments

French property: Share of foreign buyers increases for houses - which areas are popular?

Non-French buyers make up more than 10% of purchases of non-new build houses in some departments

Property sales plummet in France but did any areas resist price drops?

Values have increased in the last ten years across the board despite post-Covid slump in sales

How to get retrospective approval for building works on French home after completion

Unauthorised home improvements potentially lead to problems when selling

Is my information safe with French estate agents?

Using major national estate agencies is an option if you need to have more confidence

French grants for home renovations are changing

Act now if you want to fit a wood stove before the MaPrimeRénov grants are reduced in 2025

Property energy audits in France: Major cost variations nationwide

More in-depth energy tests are becoming increasingly mandatory

This will be the minimum property tax increase in 2025 in France

Actual bills are likely to increase by more in many communes

Weighing up costs of renting a home versus buying in France

Rent increases and property price drops make it better to purchase in some areas but significant regional differences persist

Historic urban developments face demolition in Roubaix

Two architectural heritage organisations are fighting the decision by city officials to destroy five courées in Roubaix (Nord)

Is Capital Gains Tax levied on land in France?

Additional taxes apply in the case of certain sales

How to solve higher DIY challenges in France

Nick Inman charts the ups and downs of renovating an old French farmhouse

Off peak hours, Linky meters: electricity and gas bills are set to change in France

Hours for cheaper electricity set to differ depending on season under new rules

New tough tax rules apply on French holiday rentals from 2025

Short-term holiday lets are the target of a new law

Notaire fees expected to rise for home purchases in France

Local authorities set to increase fees to combat budget cuts

Must you remove snow in front of home in France? Rules to respect

Icicles must be removed from roofs in some cases

What is process for building work near a site listed as historic monument in France?

The Architectes des Bâtiments de France must approve of external renovations within 500m of a listed site

Neighbour’s chimney blows smoke into our French home: what can we do?

Chimney stacks must be a certain length from nearby rooftops

Property slump eases in France but sellers still need to be patient

The drop in prices is steadying but the situation is not the same across the country

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French flat prices in 2024: Did they rise or fall near you?

How much do flats and houses rent for in your area of France? See official data

How can renovations on French second home reduce capital gains tax?

Must chimney in French home be swept annually even if it is not used?

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How can renovations on French second home reduce capital gains tax?

People with gardens urged to spot and report this common but dangerous pest via French ministry site

Plastic in bottled water: these brands identified in France as least affected

Can French forced heirship rules be bypassed?

Will my daughter have to pay tax on inherited property in France?

When will ‘notaire fees’ for property purchases increase in France?

Photos: The best places to buy a second home in Provence named in new ranking

Five ways the latest 2025 budget will impact property owners in France

Buying a property in France may cost more from April as ‘notaire fees’ allowed to rise

Is property declaration form required for French second homes this year?

Is there an official complaints process against notaires in France?

Is French property slump ending? : Key points in latest notaire review

French house prices 2024: how did your area fare in new notaire data?

French house auction site opens up to estate agents

Property watch: See what €50,000, €200,000 and €3.4m buys you in Pyrénées-Atlantiques

Natural disaster recognition in process for flooding in west France – what does it change for impacted homeowners?

Latest property energy efficiency rules as parliament rejects bill

Bin collections in western France changed amid cross-border dumping row

Does being an EU citizen affect rate of French property taxes?

France's ‘garden shed tax’ sees 2025 rise, find new rates below

Is it right time to renegotiate mortgage on French home?

Legal: French court rules against using neighbour's land for parking

French landlord faces questions over near 300% increase in heating costs

France's heat pump market drops as second home owners opt for alternatives

Little-known Linky meter trick can help people in France save on energy bills

Over-60s can now unlock capital from their home in France

MAP: French property price variations in 2024 by region

French towns selling off land cheaply benefit from population growth

What is cost of septic tank diagnostic when selling a French second home?

Is there a register of certified local chimney sweeps in France to use?

French authorities use AI to help recoup €200 million in unpaid tax from one department alone

French property bounce back: where is leading the way?

Many older French properties hit by energy audit

Is taxe d’habitation required for flats let in French farmhouse?

PHOTOS: the French house that looks like a yacht and is on sale for €2.2m

France property focus: Puy-de-Dôme

Landlords in France can now increase rent for some tenants: when and by how much?

Confirmed: Electricity bills to drop by 15% from February for most French households

Is it possible to apply for compensation after power cut at French home?

What is the role of an estate agent when buying a property in France?

Can a mobile home remain parked in French home garden?

Is it possible to transfer property share of French home?

Many French property energy efficiency ratings now out of date: How to check yours

Could France follow Spain’s plan for 100% tax on non-EU buyers of second homes?

How should garden waste be disposed of in France if bonfires are not allowed?

Properties you can buy for under €50,000, €150,000 and €1 million in Pas-de-Calais

MAP: How much can you negotiate off a property purchase in France in 2025?

Lyon building will be the first in France to achieve sustainable temperature control

Chimney sweeping rules in France: Can you do this yourself - and how often is required by law?

Buyer who changed mind on French property purchase handed €37,000 bill

French court orders withdrawal of Linky smart meter in home after health complaints

New formality for homeowners selling a property in France

Is it possible to leave French second home to nephews and not spouse?

Five things they don't tell you about wood fires in France

Photos: €26m French chateau and stud farm bought by Manchester City's owner

Buying property in France: Two key steps

Commune to use drones to enforce planning rules in south of France

15 changes in France from January 1, 2025

The trees in your French garden have a worth - here is how to value them online

Revaluation of property data used to set local taxes delayed in France but concerns continue

Fraud probe: Court upholds €461m seizure from Briton after Paris property deal

Photos: Unusual tower for sale in France (could it make a quirky home?)

Are French tax charges on foreign property rental income correct?

Must I continue paying French property tax for second home sold in January?

French property: Share of foreign buyers increases for houses - which areas are popular?

Property sales plummet in France but did any areas resist price drops?

How to get retrospective approval for building works on French home after completion

Is my information safe with French estate agents?

French grants for home renovations are changing

Property energy audits in France: Major cost variations nationwide